Researcher in Psychology

Masaryk University

Department: Department of Business Management – Faculty of Economics and Administration
Institution: Masaryk University
Job Type: Full-time
Job Field: Science and Research
Start Date: September 1, 2026
Application Deadline: 31 July 2026

Position Overview

The Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Administration, Masaryk University (ECON MUNI), invites applications for the following fixed-term position at the Department of Business Management:

Post-doctoral Researcher in Social Psychology or Political Psychology

Masaryk University, Faculty of Economics and Administration, is looking for a Postdoctoral Researcher in the field of psychology, political science, media studies or related field.

We seek candidates with an interest in research on conspiracy beliefs, unfounded beliefs, misinformation and/or interdisciplinary research interests, and/or background in state-of-the-art methods in longitudinal research to work within the ERC-CZ project Resilient Society Protected against Conspiracy Theories (RESPeCT).

This position offers a unique opportunity to work with experts from Masaryk University and other partner institutions on projects related to social and political psychology and specifically to longitudinally test interventions against conspiracy beliefs based on an intergroup approach. Apart from conspiracy beliefs, the project explores a wide range of research topics covering polarization, cohesion, and intergroup allyship.

The position will include collaborations with an international group of researchers, social psychologists, experimental economists, political scientists and other experts, and a strong focus on peer-reviewed research.

We encourage recent Ph.D. graduates specializing in social and/or political psychology to apply.

Candidate Profile

We are looking for a candidate:

  • A full-time post-doctoral researcher.
  • With a PhD in psychology, political science, media studies or a related field, or being near completion.
  • With a strong interest in research on conspiracy beliefs, unfounded beliefs or misinformation; previous experience with research on these topics is beneficial.
  • With background in state-of-the-art methods in longitudinal research and interdisciplinary research interests.
  • With research potential demonstrated by at least one high-quality peer-reviewed publication thematically or methodologically related to the project.
  • With active participation in international research conferences and professional fluency in English.
  • Good French or Italian language skills will be an advantage.

Key Responsibilities

The position includes:

  • A full-time position as a post-doctoral researcher in the field of social sciences.
  • Conducting peer-reviewed research and presenting research findings at international conferences.
  • Contributing to the preparation and implementation of national and international grant proposals.
  • Participating in ongoing and upcoming research projects.
  • No knowledge of the Czech language is expected or required for professional or social purposes.

Salary and Benefits

Masaryk University offers:

  • A full-time (40 hours per week) Post-doctoral Researcher position at one of the highest-ranked research universities in Central and Eastern Europe.
  • A 24-month fixed-term contract (until 31 August 2028). Possible prolongation depends on the availability of project funding.
  • Contract starting on 1 September 2026.
  • Monthly gross salary ranging from EUR 2,000–3,000, depending on seniority.
  • Relocation support and assistance from the MUNI Welcome Office.
  • A friendly and international working environment.
  • Opportunities for professional development, including university seminars, internships, exchanges, and participation in research projects.
  • Flexible working hours and occasional home office to support work-life balance.
  • Employee benefits including:Opportunity to work and live in the modern university city of Brno with close proximity to Prague and Vienna.
    • Six weeks of paid vacation per year.
    • Contribution to meals.
    • Contribution to pension savings.
    • Language courses.
    • Exclusive mobile tariff.
    • Sport activities.
    • Vaccination.

About the Workplace

Masaryk University is an academically diverse and research-intensive university with a strong commitment to high-quality research and education. The university offers an inspiring research and teaching environment to its 35,000 students and more than 7,000 employees.

MUNI is located in Brno, Czech Republic. Based on the most recent OECD Better Life Index data, the Czech Republic ranks next to the US and the UK. Proximity to nature and other historical cities (e.g., Prague, Vienna, Budapest), a variety of cultural and entertainment attractions, and high personal safety make Brno one of the top 100 university cities in the world according to students.

Faculty members conduct quality research with peers from Czech, European, and American universities. Members of the faculty have published in journals such as:

  • Journal of Public Economics
  • Journal of Urban Economics
  • European Economic Review
  • Journal of Economic Behaviour and Organization
  • Oxford Bulletin of Economics and Statistics
  • Scientific Reports
  • AEA Papers and Proceedings
  • Public Choice
  • Kyklos

The administrative staff is experienced in assisting researchers with both national and international grant applications.

Application Process

The application shall be submitted online by 31 July 2026 (23:59 CET) via the e-Application.

Interviews for the position will be held online or in person at Masaryk University. Online and in-person interviews may be scheduled on a rolling basis, and early applications are encouraged.

Applicants should submit:

  • A cover letter describing your research agenda in the desired area.
  • A full professional Curriculum Vitae including the complete bibliography of published works (or a link where the information can be found).
  • A job market paper and/or up to two other research papers.
  • The names, e-mail addresses, and phone numbers of three references. References will be contacted independently to submit recommendation letters.

After submitting your application successfully, you will receive an automatic confirmation e-mail from jobs.muni.cz.

Contact Information

For further information about the position and the department, please contact:

Magdalena Adamus
Email: Magdalena.Adamus@econ.muni.cz

Please do not send applications directly by e-mail.

If you need assistance uploading your application or have questions about the recruitment process, please contact:

Dominika Tvarožková
Head of the HR Department
Email: Dominika.Tvarozkova@econ.muni.cz

Equal Opportunity Statement

All interested candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of personal background. The selection process is based on an Open Transparent Merit-based Recruitment Policy.

Masaryk University does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or sexual orientation.

The faculty holds the HR Excellence Award.

We are looking forward to hearing from you!

Prof. Mgr. Jiří Špalek, Ph.D.
Dean

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